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A woman courageously sings solo in Esfahan. Singing in public is forbidden for women in Iran. – Photo credit: @AlinejadMasih/Twitter

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Iranian woman sings solo in historic mosque, defying law against women singing in public

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7/21/2023
Pictured here: Anita Omary; her son, Osman; and Omary’s close friends – Photo credit: Array

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Once a refugee seeking safety in the U.S., Anita Omary is using what she learned to help others thrive.

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